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Kenneth Baker
Managing Director/CEO
Mr Kenneth Baker was appointed the second Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Financial Services Commission in February 2021. As the Managing Director/CEO, he is responsible for the administration and operation of the Financial Services Commission. His responsibilities include regulating the BVI’s financial industry; the development of new service and product offerings aimed at developing and enhancing the attractiveness of the BVI as a situs for legitimate cross border financial services; and liaising with Government and private sector stakeholders in pursuance of this objective. Mr Baker’s track record spans 37 years in the banking and financial services sector. He joined the Financial Services Department in June 2000 as the Inspector of Banks and Trust Companies after a private-sector career in banking. He was appointed Deputy Managing Director, Regulation in April 2005 and jointly held the position Director, Banking, Insolvency and Fiduciary Services Division.

Professional Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Business Administration (International Corporate Finance), 1988
Glenford Malone
Deputy Managing Director, Regulation
Mr Glenford Malone was appointed Deputy Managing Director, Regulation in January 2022 and is responsible for implementing the Commission's overall regulatory strategy. Mr Malone has over two decades of experience within the regulatory environment, having served many roles, such as Senior Regulator, Deputy Director, Investment Business and prior to 2002, assistant Registrar of Mutual Funds with the former Financial Services Department, now BVI Financial Services Commission. Mr Malone is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist and is a trained Financial Examiner in the FATF Methodology of Assessing Compliance with the FATF 40 Recommendations.

Professional Qualifications

  • Master of Laws (Distinction) in Law and Finance, 2005
  • Bachelor of Business Administration (Economics and International Business), 1997
Brodrick Penn
Deputy Managing Director, Operations
Mr Brodrick Penn was appointed Deputy Managing Director, Operations, in July 2023. In his new role, Mr Penn will safeguard and augment the efficiency of the Commission's operations, including its innovation, data management and business intelligence functions. Mr Penn has worked with the Commission since its inception and has over 25 years of experience within the financial services industry with demonstrated knowledge and experience in policy development, project planning, implementation and management. Before his new appointment, Mr Penn served in several key roles, such as Director, Enforcement; he also formerly held the post of Director, Investment Business.

Professional Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science, Finance
  • LLM/Masters of Law, AML, Compliance and Tax Planning
Cherno Jallow, KC
Director, Policy Development and External Relations
Prior to his appointment with the Commission, Mr Cherno Jallow, KC, served as Attorney General of the BVI from 1999 to 2007. Prior to that, he served as Parliamentary Counsel in the Attorney General's Chambers from 1995 to 1999. Mr Jallow played an instrumental role in the development of a number of financial services and related legislation, including the Financial Services Commission Act, 2001, which formally established the Financial Services Commission. He is a member of the Gambia and BVI Bar Associations.

Professional Qualifications

  • Master of Laws (Legislative Drafting and Public Law), 1994
  • Certificate in Legislative Drafting, 1989
  • Bachelor of Laws (Hons), 1988
Myrna Herbert
Director, Registry of Corporate Affairs
Mrs Myrna Herbert was appointed Registrar of Companies in 1998 after serving as Deputy Registrar for three years. Prior to her appointment as Registrar, she had a long public service career. She was appointed Director, Registry of Corporate Affairs on the introduction of the Financial Services Commission in 2002.

Professional Qualifications

  • Diplomas in Specialist Law Courses, 1995
  • Masters of Business Administration (Finance), 1993
  • Bachelor of Science (Accounting), 1991
Annet Mactavious
Director, Human Resources
Prior to joining the Financial Services Commission in 2001, Ms Annet Mactavious, was employed in the area of Human Resources in the public and private sectors. She has managed the Human Resources Division and has been Secretary to the Board of Commissioners since commencing her tenure with the Financial Services Commission.

Professional Qualifications

  • Masters of Business Administration (Personnel and Human Resource Management), 2000
  • Bachelors degree – (International Business), 1997
Dian D Fahie
Director, Legal
Ms Dian D Fahie held various positions in the Registry of Corporate Affairs at the Commission before shifting gears to pursue her legal career. On her return from qualifying as a Barrister at Law in the United Kingdom, she entered the then Legal and Enforcement Division, where she excelled, quickly attaining the position of Senior Legal Counsel and, subsequently, that of Deputy Director. As Director of the Legal Division, she has the significant responsibility of being the chief legal advisor to the Commission and overseeing its team of lawyers. Over the span of her legal career, Ms Fahie has acted as lead counsel in many cases that have helped to develop Virgin Islands jurisprudence, particularly on matters concerning financial services legislation. Throughout her career, Ms Fahie has also provided expert support as a junior to King’s Counsel who have been engaged from time to time to advance the Commission’s stance in major courts. She has also provided advice on notable cases affecting the application of corporate law in the Virgin Islands. Ms Fahie’s career with the Commission spans over 20 years.

Professional Qualifications

  • Master of Laws, 2008
  • Called to the Bar as a Barrister, Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, Virgin Islands, 2008
  • Called to the Bar of England and Wales, 2007
  • Bachelor of Laws (Upper Second Class Hons), 2007
  • Member, Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn
  • Advance Certification, International Arbitration
  • Certified in Leadership and Management
Simone Martin
Director, Special Projects
Ms Simone Martin has been employed with the Commission since its inception in 2002 and has over twenty years of regulatory experience. Ms Martin began her career at the Commission as a Regulator and has held several positions since then, including Deputy Director, Banking and Fiduciary Services, Ag. Director, Insurance and Head of Enforcement. Her professional career also included a secondment with the Anguilla Financial Services Commission as Deputy Director from 2019 - 2021. Ms Martin is currently appointed as Director, Special Projects. Her responsibilities focus on several strategic regulatory initiatives for the Commission.

Professional Qualifications

  • Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance, Cambridge Judge Business School – Certificate: FinTech and Regulatory Innovation (2020)
  • Chartered Governance Institute – Fellow (2018)
  • FATF Assessor’s Training (2014)
  • Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, Diploma in International Trust Management permitted to use TEP designation (2013)
  • International Compliance Association – Diploma in Compliance.  Fellow (2006)
  • University of the West Indies – Masters in Business Administration, General Management (2002)
  • University of the Virgin Islands – Bachelor of Arts, Accounting (1998)
Sheldon Scatliffe
Director, Finance
Mr Sheldon Scatliffe has been employed by the Commission since 2006 and is currently the Director, Finance. In this current role, he oversees the information system that provides reports to users on the economic activities and conditions of the Commission. In addition to reporting duties, he is tasked with blending financial expertise and business insight in order to develop business strategies that guide critical business decisions and create sustainable success. He has over 18 years of accounting, auditing and financial services experience both locally and abroad.

Professional Qualifications

  • Professional Certificate in Leadership and Management, Level 5, September 2013
  • Chartered Global Management Accountant, July 2012
  • Master of Business Administration (Finance concentration) November 2005.
  • Certified Public Accountant, September 2002
  • Bachelor of Arts in Accounting (Hons), August 1997
Leon Wheatley
Director, Authorisation and Supervision
Mr Leon Wheatley commenced his employment with the Financial Services Commission in August 2002 and subsequently served in various capacities within the Investment Business Division for approximately eight years. He was then seconded to the Compliance Inspection Unit, where he served for three years. After serving two years as the Asia Representative in BVI House Asia, he was appointed Deputy Director of the Compliance Inspection Unit. He is now Director, Authorisation and Supervision.

Professional Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration (Concentration in Finance), 2002

  • Certificate Member of the Institute of Risk Management.
Burton Chalwell Jr.
Director, Internal Audit Unit
Mr Burton Chalwell Jr. has been with the Commission since 2013 and was appointed Director of the Internal Audit Unit in July 2022. Prior to this role, he served as Director of the Commission’s Asia Representative Office in Hong Kong and Deputy Director of the Compliance Inspection Unit. Before joining the Commission, Burton built a strong foundation in financial services, holding several positions in fund accounting, with a focus on private equity and alternative investments.

Professional Qualifications

  • Master of Public Administration - London School of Economics and Political Science
  • Master of Accounting - University of Cambridge
  • Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (ACMA)
  • Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (TEP)
  • International Compliance Association: Diploma in Compliance (ICA)
  • Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association (CAIA)
  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - American University

 
Shane Baptiste
Asia Representative, BVI FSC (HK) Ltd
As Asia Representative for the BVI Financial Services Commission (HK) Ltd, Mr Shane Baptiste manages the delivery of services offered from the Commission's office as the Asia Pacific liaison for the jurisdiction's regulatory and registry sectors. He champions the Commission's undertaking to bolster and strengthen deeper relations in the Asia market. Mr Baptiste offers more than 14 years of Financial Services experience and has previously held various positions within the Commission as a Senior Enforcement officer.

Professional Qualifications

  • Certified in Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Crimes (CAMLFC) | Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Crimes Institute, USA (AMLFC), 2019
  • CRC – Chainalysis Reactor Certified, 2019
  • Open Source Internet Investigations Course, Bond Solon Training, 2016
  • Investigative Law Evidence Procedure and Best Practice Course, Bond Solon Training, 2016
  • Investigative Interviewing Course | Bond Solon Training, 2016
  • Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership (Regulatory Affairs) | Chartered Management Institute, 2014
  • Bachelor of Arts Degree in Accounting | University of the Virgin Islands, 2006
  • Associate in Science Degree in Business Administration, Accounting Concentration, 2003
Trevecca Hodge
Deputy Director, Authorisation
Trevecca Hodge was appointed as Deputy Director of the Authorisation Unit at the BVI Financial Services Commission in 2022. She brings over two decades of experience in financial services, regulation, and compliance. Her extensive background within the sector includes roles such as Deputy Director, Acting Director, and Senior Regulator, where she led critical regulatory inspections, managed licensing processes, and played an integral part in shaping compliance frameworks in the insurance sector. Her career with the FSC began in 2000, progressing through various regulatory and administrative roles. Ms Hodge’s expertise spans compliance inspections, risk assessment, and regulatory enforcement, underpinned by her certifications in Captive Insurance Management and Anti-Money Laundering. In addition, she has actively contributed to developing regulatory policies, attending global insurance forums such as the IAIS and GIICS to represent the Commission.

Professional Qualifications

  • Member, Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS), since 2010
  • Associate in Captive Insurance (ACI), International Center for Captive Insurance Education, USA, 2009
  • Certificate in Captive Insurance Management, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, 2005
  • Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, University of the Virgin Islands, 1998
Shakuntala Yamraj
Deputy Director, Insolvency Services
Shakuntala Yamraj has been employed by the Commission for over 20 years where she previously held dual role posts of Deputy Director of Insolvency and Deputy Official Receiver preceded by Financial Controller.  Prior to joining the Commission, she was employed with the Government of the Virgin Islands.   In her current role, she is responsible for data analysis and management of the Commission’s AML/CFT data, including assisting with money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation sectoral risk assessments and policies.  In addition to her normal duties, she serves on the Risk Committee. Ms Yamraj is a trained Financial Examiner in the FATF Methodology for assessing compliance with the FATF Recommendations and the effectiveness of AML/CFT systems and has participated in mutual evaluations as a reviewer.

Professional Qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree (Finance and Managerial Information Systems), 1996
Lydia George
Deputy Director, Registry of Corporate Affairs
Mrs Lydia George, joined the Commission as an Assistant Registrar of Companies in 1993 and was appointed to the post of Deputy Director, Registry of Corporate Affairs in 2004. Prior to joining the Commission, she was employed as a Branch Manager at a Retail Bank in Massachusetts for a number of years.

Professional Qualifications

  • Master of Business Management, 2011
  • Executive Diploma in Management, 2009
  • Diplomas in Specialist Law Courses, 2004
Allene Gumbs
Deputy Director, Policy Development
Ms Allene Gumbs has been employed with the Commission since 2008 and held various positions within the Investment Business Division. In 2017, she joined the Policy, Research and Statistics Division as the Principal Policy, Research and Statistics Officer, where she currently serves as the Division’s Deputy Director. Ms Gumbs is trained in the FATF Methodology for assessing compliance with the FATF Recommendations and the effectiveness of AML/CFT systems. She has participated in CFATF mutual evaluations as a reviewer and an assessor.

Professional Qualifications

  • International Diploma in Anti Money Laundering, 2015

  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Finance), 2008
Kishelle Blaize-Cameron
Deputy Director, Specialised Supervision
Kishelle Cameron is the Deputy Director of the Specialised Supervision Unit of the Financial Services Commission. She is responsible for the oversight of high-risk licensees, and those of systemic importance in the jurisdiction. This includes all banks, systemically important TCSPs, Insurance Companies and all high-risk Investment Businesses and Virtual Asset Service Providers. Kishelle leads the Commission's FinTech Working Group and serves as the Deputy Chair of the Risk Monitoring Committee. She is also the former Deputy Director of the Investment Business Division. In her previous capacity as the Deputy Director of the Investment Business Division, Kishelle gained significant experience in supervising high-risk financial entities and has been instrumental in shaping policies and strategies within the financial regulatory framework. Kishelle is a certified member of several prestigious institutions and has completed various specialised training programs, demonstrating her commitment to continuous learning and expertise in her field.

Professional Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Corporate Finance from the EADA Business School, Spain
  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics, University of Maryland
  • International Studies certification, Shanghai University
  • Diploma in Compliance and Risk Management, International Compliance Association
Michael George
Deputy Director, Information Technology
Mr Michael George has been employed by the Financial Services Commission since 2003 and is currently the Deputy Director, Information Technology (IT). In his current role, he oversees all technology operations and evaluates them according to the Commission's established goals. Mr George is responsible for devising and establishing IT policies and systems to support the implementation of strategies needed to carry out the Regulatory and Registry mandate of the Commission. In addition to IT duties, he oversees and manages the physical, digital, and cyber security of all Commission assets and data. He has over 22 years of experience in IT, both locally and abroad.

Professional Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science, Computer Information Systems, Minor in Business (Hons), 2001.
Deca Penn
Deputy Director (Ag), Prudential Supervision
Mrs Deca Penn is the Acting Deputy Director of Prudential Supervision Unit at the BVI Financial Services Commission. She has over 25 years of extensive experience in the financial services sector and has established a robust track record within the Commission, particularly in regulatory oversight, risk management, and policy development. Deca began her career with the Commission in May 2010. Her tenure at the Commission has been marked by significant contributions, including leading the Prudential Supervision Unit as a Senior Regulator, where she was responsible for overseeing regulatory compliance and maintaining effective operational standards. Before her current role, she excelled as a regulator within the Insurance Business Division, where she was involved in detailed evaluations and supervision of regulated entities.

Professional Qualifications

  • Associate of Arts in Business Management, University of the Virgin Islands, 1997
  • Bachelor of Arts in Accounting, University of the Virgin Islands, 1997
  • Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership, Chartered Management Institute, 2013
  • Associate in Captive Insurance (ACI), International Center for Captive Insurance, 2020 
Rhonda Hodge-Smith
Deputy Director, External Relations
Rhonda Hodge-Smith took up the Deputy Director of the External Relations Unit post on 1 May 2023, where she supervises corporate communications, financial literacy, and media monitoring. She has over 15 years of experience in financial services, having worked in retail banking, as a corporate and banking lawyer, as a civil lawyer, as head of the former financial literacy unit at the Commission, and in financial services mediation. Mrs Hodge-Smith has also held senior management roles in tertiary education, gaining extensive experience in leadership, strategic planning, and change management. She has lectured in business law, effective business writing, technical report writing, and international marketing at the tertiary level for well over a decade and has been a media personality for over 25 years.

Professional Qualifications

  • Called to the Bar of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court Virgin Islands, 2011
  • Called to the Bar of England and Wales, 2011
  • Bar Professional Training Course, Nottingham Law School, 2011
  • Graduate Diploma in Law, Nottingham Law School, 2010
  • Master of Science in Development Management, Glasgow Caledonian University, 2005
  • Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration concentration Marketing (Magna Cum Laude), InterAmerican University, 1998
  • Member, Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn
  • Member, BVI Bar Association
  • Accredited Member, London School of Mediation 
  • Member, Accredited Arbitrator Roster of the BVI Labour Arbitration Tribunal
Michelle Todman Smith
Deputy Registrar, Registry of Corporate Affairs
Dr Michelle L Todman Smith is an accomplished financial services professional with over two decades of experience encompassing corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and financial supervision. She currently serves as Deputy Registrar of the Registry of Corporate Affairs at the Commission, where she plays the vital role of supporting the Registrar in advancing the operational priorities of the Registry and providing supervision, mentorship and development to Registry staff. Dr Todman Smith has held several senior positions in the financial services industry and the Commission, with the latter including Deputy Director of Banking Supervision and Asia Representative in Hong Kong. She has extensive experience in managing regulatory frameworks, financial oversight, and corporate services, having supervised compliance inspections, policy development, and banking operations. Her background also includes leadership roles in pension management and investment services, with a strong track record in project management and strategic business development. Beyond her professional career, Dr Todman Smith has served on a number of local government agency boards.

Professional Qualifications

  • Bellevue University – Doctor of Business Administration, 2024
  • Wright State University – Master of Business Administration, 2001
  • University of the Virgin Islands – Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration (Accounting),1998
  • Fellow, International Compliance Association (FICA) 2015 – Present
Trecia Dawson
Deputy Director, Training and Development
Ms Trecia Dawson was appointed as the Commission’s Deputy Director, Training and Development, with effect from 2 September 2019. Ms Dawson’s responsibilities include the expansion and implementation of professional development programs for all employees of the Commission.

Professional Qualifications

  • SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management - Certified Professional), 2025
  • Graduate Level Certificate in Foundation of Human Resource Management (Hons), 2019
  • Masters of Business Administration (Hons), 2018
  • Professional Certificate in Leadership and Management - Level 5, May 2013
  • Bachelor of Arts (Business Administration with Computer Applications), 1995
Kamika A. Forbes
Deputy Director, Operations
Ms. Kamika A Forbes currently serves as Deputy Director of Operations at the BVI Financial Services Commission. She brings extensive legal expertise having practiced civil, property and family law privately and over a decade of experience in financial services and intellectual property law. Prior to joining the Commission, she was fully qualified to practice as a Barrister in the Courts of England and Wales and the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Courts. Ms Forbes has held several senior positions since joining the Commission, including Senior Legal Counsel and Deputy Registrar of Trade Marks, Patents, and Copyright. With her background in law, Ms Forbes has successfully led various legal and operational functions. Her career journey includes other significant roles, such as an associate with a distinguished legal firm in the BVI and pupillages in prestigious chambers in London and Liverpool.

Professional Qualifications

  • Accredited Labour Arbitrator, 2020
  • Certified Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court Appointed Family Mediator, 2017
  • Notary Public/Commissioner for Oaths, BVI, since 2014
  • Full Qualification to Practice Law in the Courts of England and Wales, 2012 
  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB Hons) -Upper Second Class, City University London, 2008
  • Admitted to the Bar of England and Wales, Lincoln’s Inn, 2009
  • Admitted to the Bar of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, 2010
  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology - Cum Laude, George Mason University, 2004
Solika S. Carey
Deputy Director, Staffing and Benefits
Mrs Solika S Carey presently functions as the Deputy Director of Human Resources (Staffing and Benefits), a role she took up in 2018. She is primarily responsible for hiring, designing pay and benefits programs, and fostering employee engagement while ensuring compliance with labour laws. Mrs Carey has held various positions within the Commission, including Assistant Registrar of Corporate Affairs and Legal Counsel. She has been practising law in the Virgin Islands since 2013 and has over 23 years of financial services experience.

Professional Qualifications

  • Accelerated Route to Fellowship International Arbitration Programme, 2015
  • International Certificate in International Money Laundering, 2014
  • Barrister, Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, 2013
  • Barrister, England and Wales (non-practicing), 2012
  • Master of Laws, 2012
  • Bachelor of Laws (Upper Second Class Honours), 2012
Alicia Penn
Deputy Registrar, Strategic Initiatives
Ms Alicia Penn is the Deputy Registrar for Strategic Initiatives at the Registry of Corporate Affairs, leading the newly established Beneficial Ownership Unit at the BVI Financial Services Commission. A trusted and well-respected former Senior Regulator, Ms Penn brings over 25 years of financial services experience, with extensive knowledge of risk, legislative frameworks, and ownership structures. In her current role, she oversees the implementation of the Territory’s enhanced Beneficial Ownership regime. Throughout her career at the Commission, Ms Penn has played a pivotal role in regulatory initiatives. She has contributed significantly to developing compliance policies and ensuring adherence to international standards. Her strategic leadership has been instrumental in enhancing the Commission's supervisory functions and driving key regulatory reforms.

Professional Qualifications

  • ICA International Diploma in Governance, Risk & Compliance, August 2018
  • B.A. Business Administration and Finance, University of the Virgin Islands, May 1998
M Alva McCall
Deputy Director, AML/CFT
Ms M Alva Mc Call joined the Commission in 2008 and held the posts of Senior Policy Research and Statistics Officer and Deputy Director, Policy, Research and Statistics prior to being appointed as Deputy Director, AML/CFT. Her role as Deputy Director, AML/CFT is focused on developing and implementing the Commission’s anti-money laundering and counter terrorist financing supervisory strategy. Ms McCall is a trained Financial Examiner in the FATF Methodology for assessing compliance with the FATF Recommendations and the effectiveness of AML/CFT systems and has participated in mutual evaluations as both an assessor and a reviewer. Her professional career also included a secondment with the Government of the Virgin Islands as Deputy Financial Secretary from 2016 - 2019. Prior to joining the Commission, Ms Mc Call served as Clerk to the House of Assembly.

Professional Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Laws (Hons), 2023
  • Certificate in Legislative Drafting – International Law Institute, 2011
  • Certificate in Legal English and Legal Writing – International Law Institute, 2011
  • Master's Degree, Business Administration (Finance), Wright State University, 2001
  • Bachelor of Science (Distinction), Virginia State University, 1993
Sharifa Maloney-Smith
Deputy Director, Finance
Mrs Sharifa Maloney-Smith joined the Commission as Deputy Director of Finance in June 2022 and is responsible for assisting the Director in providing leadership in the development of organisational policies and ensuring that the Commission’s overall financial records are kept in order. Prior to her appointment with the Commission, she led highly productive teams locally and regionally, encompassing a broad cross-section of enterprises and statutory bodies. Mrs. Maloney Smith has expertise in financial reporting and brings over fourteen (14) years of experience to the Commission.

Professional Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts Accounting (Hons), 2009

  • Certified Public Accountant, October 2022
Tanya Dawson
Deputy Director, Governance, Risk and Compliance
Tanya Dawson is the Deputy Director, Governance, Risk and Compliance in the Legal Division. Tanya joined the Commission in 2017 with more than a decade of industry experience in investment business, trust and managed companies, client accounting and compliance. She was also a former director and chair for a licensee. Since joining the Commission, Tanya has provided internal legal advice, guidance and support in a range of legal areas, including International Cooperations, legal opinions in regulatory and other subject areas, litigation and appearances before the High Court (Commercial and Civil Divisions), developing and reviewing contracts, policies and other engagements, drafting instructions and being a member of the FinTech Working Group. Today, Tanya works in governance, risk and compliance, with a focus on contracts and policy development and review, Memoranda of Understanding and other engagements, internal legal advice and opinions, governance oversight, enterprise risk management and compliance management.

Professional Qualifications

  • University of the West Indies, BSc. Accounting
  • Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
  • Leicester University, LLB
  • City University, London, Bar Professional Training Course
  • International Certificate in Enterprise Risk Management
  • International Certificate in Strategic Governance, Risk and Compliance
  • Called to the Bar as a Barrister, Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (Virgin Islands)
  • Called to the Bar in England and Wales (not practising)
Tashel Martin-Jackson
Deputy Director, Compliance Inspection
Tashel Martin-Jackson is the Deputy Director, Compliance Inspection at the Financial Services Commission. She has over a decade of experience in regulatory roles within the financial services industry, specialising in compliance and anti-money laundering.     Before taking up the position of Deputy Director, Mrs Martin-Jackson played crucial roles as a member of the Commission’s Compliance Inspection Unit. Her experience includes leading assessments of various regulated entities to ensure compliance with the AML Code of Practice and Regulatory Code and spearheading numerous projects to enhance the Unit's efficiency and effectiveness in line with strategic objectives, demonstrating her deep understanding of financial services legislation.    Mrs Martin-Jackson’s experience extends beyond the public sector, having gained unique insights as a private sector compliance practitioner and former Money Laundering Reporting Officer. Her background includes the establishment of an Institutional Risk Framework, revamping risk assessment methodologies, and continuous monitoring of the regulatory landscape to update policies and procedures.     Mrs Martin-Jackson previously served as a member of the FSC Risk Committee, where she contributed to developing the Commission's risk framework. 

Professional Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Finance (Magna Cum Laude), Missouri Southern State University, 2012
  • International Compliance Association Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering
  • International Compliance Association Diploma in Governance, Risk & Compliance
  • Chartered Management Institute Leadership (Level 5)